What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Shumen?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Shumen is to train which costs $12 - $22 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to Shumen?

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Shumen is to fly and shuttle which takes 4h 17m and costs $150 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Shumen?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia station to Shumen. However, there are services departing from Sofia - Central Bus Station and arriving at Shumen via Razgrad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Shumen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sofia Sever and arriving at Shumen. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Sofia to Shumen?

The distance between Sofia and Shumen is 425 km. The road distance is 358.1 km.

How do I travel from Sofia to Shumen without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia to Shumen without a car is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs $12 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Sofia to Shumen?

The train from Sofia Sever to Shumen takes 5h 47m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Shumen bus from?

Sofia to Shumen bus services, operated by Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, depart from Sofia - Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Shumen train from?

Sofia to Shumen train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Sofia Sever station.

Train or bus from Sofia to Shumen?

The best way to get from Sofia to Shumen is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs $12 - $22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $45 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Sofia to Shumen bus arrive?

Sofia to Shumen bus services, operated by Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, arrive at Razgrad station.

Where does the Sofia to Shumen train arrive?

Sofia to Shumen train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Shumen station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Shumen?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Shumen is 358 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Sofia to Shumen.

Where can I stay near Shumen?

There are 64+ hotels available in Shumen.

Sofia to Shumen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Sofia to Shumen by train, bus, car, plane, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Shumentrain 2613 / ...
5h 47m
$12–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia - Central Bus Station to Razgradbus
2. Take the bus from Razgrad to Shumenbus
7h 6m
$17–45
Drive 358.1 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Shumencar 358.1 km
4h 34m
$57–82
Fly, shuttle
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane SOF - VAR
2. Take a shuttle bus from Varna Airport to Shumenshuttle
4h 17m
$153–305
Bus via Kotel
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Kotelbus
2. Take the bus from Kotel to Shumenbus
9h 1m

Sofia to Shumen by train

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5h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 424.5 km
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Shumen, Bulgaria?

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Sofia Sever to Shumen 3 times a day. Tickets cost $12–22 and the journey takes 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofia - Central Bus Station to Shumen via Razgrad in around 7h 6m.

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